Winnipeg Pest Control, Bed Bug Treatment and Bed Bug Exterminator
Tips & Facts
Tips for Bed Bug Infestations:
Consistent vacuuming and steam cleaning of carpets.
Purchase a bed bug proof cover for your mattress.
You do not need to wash clean bedding or clothing.
Clothing and bedding can be placed direcetly in the dryer on the highest heat to prim killing temputre of 125 degress. (It's not about the length of time. It's about temputure)ยท .Putting clean heated items into space saver bags can prevent recontamination.
Facts About Bed Bugs
Female bed bugs lay anywhere from 200- 500 eggs a year and reproduce very quickly. Without heat treatment, bed bugs can reach a population of hundreds or thousands in a single room or unit.
Bed bugs feed solely on human blood and can survive up to a year without food. Professional assistance to eliminate persistent bed bugs is strongly recommended.
How to Avoid Bed Bugs While Travelling
Do not put your clothing or suitcase directly on the hotel bed
Keep luggage off the ground
Use metal luggage racks
Look for bed bugs all the way around and under the mattress
Check bed linens and headboards for bloodstains or fecal matter
Common Signs of a Bed Bug Infestation Include:
Blood or rust colored stains on bed sheets and pillow cases
Black powdery fecal matter found in crevices throughout your home or commercial property
